Monthly Archives: January 2012

Announcement: Artscape DIY Launched, Artscape

Looking to develop sustainable, affordable space for culture and creativity that contributes to the transformation and revitalization of your community? Visit Artscape DIY, the go-to source for all the tools and resources and inspiration you’ll need to get started on your own cultural facility development. Explore the practice of creative placemaking and get inspired!

At Artscape, creative placemaking is at the heart of what we do. Creative placemaking is an evolving field of practice that intentionally leverages the power of the arts, culture and creativity to serve a community’s interest while driving a broader agenda for change, growth and transformation in a way that also builds character and quality of place. Over 25 years, we’ve learned that creative placemaking can be an ambitious process that requires out-of-the-box thinking, unique partnerships and a collaborative approach to development.

Designed to empower and guaranteed to inspire, Artscape DIY is a FREE online resource featuring extensive case studies, tools and resources, including easy-to-use downloadable templates and examples, informational videos, guides and articles designed to help users through the business of developing sustainable, affordable space for culture and creativity.

Key Features

  • In-depth insight into the Practice and Theories of Creative Placemaking, including: Approaches to Creative Placemaking, Cultural Districts, Creative and Cultural Industry Clustering, Mixed-Use Development, Artist Relation Projects,  Community Arts, Defining the Creative and Cultural Sector, Why Place Matters, and the Importance of Collaboration and Partnerships
  • Detailed Case Studies of Artscape Projects: telling the story from inception to current operations, including project materials such as feasibility studies, project plans and calls for proposals; informational videos with key stakeholders; and archival reference materials for: Artscape Wychwood Barns, Artscape Distillery Studios, Artscape Gibraltar Point, Artscape Triangle Lofts and the Parkdale Arts & Cultural Centre
  • Creative Placemaking Toolbox: comprehensive and searchable by topic; all the essential tools and resources you’ll need to get started on your own cultural facility development, including: The Most Important Factors in a Successful Project, How to Assess the Feasibility of a Project, How to Select and Contract Specialists and Services, How to Identify and Engage Stakeholders, How to Determine a Capital Budget, How to Select Tenants…and more
  • Easy-to-use Downloadable Templates, Guides, Tip Sheets and Examples, including: Tenant Charter, Request for Expressions of Interest and Commercial Sublease examples; guides to Engaging the Community in Your Project, Managing the Development Process, Approaches to Creative Placemaking, and Canadian Capital Funding Sources; templates for New Project Assessment Matrix and Operating Budgets
  • Video Interviews: firsthand perspectives from Artscape staff, project partners and community stakeholders on Community Partnerships, Building a Project Team, How Can a City Help, Environmental Aspects, Using Planning Tools and Incentives, and The Most Important Factors in a Successful Projects
  • Extensive listing of External Resources, including: Government planning tools, incentives and programs; Reports, information and resources relevant to creative placemaking, cultural policy, social innovation, collaboration, entrepreneurship, pubic space, artist live/work space and affordable housing; and Municipal, provincial and Canada-wide grants as well as funding resources available from private organizations and foundations
  • Artscape Archives: a collection of materials documenting Artscape’s evolving practice, including: News Articles, Archival Newsletters, Materials that provide a glimpse into the story of many of Artscape’s properties, and a collection of Original Publications documenting some of the organization’s most prominent contributions to creative placemaking policy and research
  • Plus the newly updated popular manual Square Feet: The Artist’s Guide to Renting and Buying Creative Space, the indispensible how-to resource for artists and small arts organizations that answers the questions Artscape hears most: How do I go about finding space? Gross lease, net lease, net-net lease, what’s the difference? Should I consider buying? What are my rights as a tenant? This manual answers these questions and many, many more.

About Artscape DIY
Artscape DIY is the latest component of Artscape’s Knowledge Exchange Program; a continuing suite of programs that marries Artscape’s street level awareness with groundbreaking research and international connections, including: a Mentorship and Coaching Program, Research and Development, and Spacemaking and Placemaking Workshops.

Artscape gratefully acknowledges the support of the Ontario Trillium Foundation Province-Wide Fund, as well as the contributions of Ecentricarts Inc. in the creation of Artscape DIY.  The development of the website was guided by an advisory committee consisting of representatives from the City of Toronto Cultural Affairs Office, ArtsBuild Ontario, the City of St. Catharines, Toronto Community Foundation, Toronto Arts Council, Martin Prosperity Institute, NarrativeNow and Interactive Ontario. The newly revised edition of Square Feet: The Artist’s Guide To Renting and Buying Creative Space was made possible by the generous assistance of the Ontario Arts Council and the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Over the last 25 years, Artscape has developed a reputation as Canada’s leading practitioner in multi-tenant space development for the arts, cultural and creative sector, successfully transforming a portfolio of underutilized buildings across Toronto into dynamic community assets. Artscape envisions, designs, develops, operates and increasingly programs our facilities as platforms for collaboration supporting cross-disciplinary and cross-sector innovation. The diverse partners we work with and the diversity of partnerships we build play a critical role in the realization of our developments. To make our developments happen we bring partners, investors and other stakeholders together in collaboration with the creative community, and while our projects are rooted in arts and culture they are equally about growing local economies, enriching the social fabric and promoting cleaner, greener approaches. It is not by accident that our projects are in the centre of some of Toronto’s most dynamic and creative neighbourhoods, because we have helped to grow them. Artscape’s work is supported by the Artscape Foundation, a registered charity.

Visit www.torontoartscape.on.ca to learn more about our projects, programs and services and to make a donation.

Call for Submissions: dance: made in canada/fait au canada 2013!, princess productions

February 17th is the deadline for applications to dance: made in canada / fait au canada 2013.

All applications must be received by 5:00pm (E.S.T.), Friday, February 17, 2012.

2013 Festival Dates: August 11 to 18, 2013 in Toronto.

Artists working in all genres and cultural aesthetics are encouraged to apply. Please pass the word on to your friends and colleagues!

Click here for application guidelines in English.
Click here for application in English.
Click here for application guidelines in French.
Click here for application in French.

d:mic/fac presents both new and existing works by established and emerging choreographers working in Canada, at the Betty Oliphant Theatre in Toronto. Programming will be divided into two categories: Mainstage, curated by three artists from Canada’s dance community, including Yvonne Ng, and What You See Is What You Get (WYSIWYG) a lottery-based late night presentation. Choreographers may apply for either a Mainstagepresentation, a WYSIWYG presentation or both.

Founded in 2000 by Yvonne Ng under the umbrella of princess productions, nine festivals of dance: made in canada/fait au canada (d:mic/fac) have been produced.

d:mic/fac will provide publicity, marketing, a festival production team, venue and other support for applicants selected by the curators for presentation. Mainstage choreographers will receive a fee for their work, while WYSIWYG choreographers will receive an honorarium.

For more information or to pay application fees using Paypal visit our blog: http://dancemadeincanadafaitaucanada.wordpress.com/

Workshop: International Voice Workshops with Richard Armstrong, The Banff Centre

These workshops are particularly relevant for professional or emerging singers and actors, however, dancers, composers, playwrights, and voice teachers have found them invaluable, and Richard Armstrong will adapt the training to the individual needs of the participating artists. Building on existing vocal and musical skills through intensive vocal, movement, and acting training, his aim is to assist in the development of the versatile performer.

Watch the 2011 workshop video now!

Apply Today!

Apply by March 1, 2012

The Banff Centre

Announcement: Christopher Morris and Gaétan Paré Win 2012 John Hirsch Prize, Canada Council for the Arts

Christopher Morris of Toronto and Gaétan Paré of Montreal, both professional directors who founded their own theatre companies, are the winners of the Canada Council for the Arts 2012 John Hirsch Prizes.

Christopher Morris is a director, actor and playwright. As Artistic Director of Human Cargo, the theatre company he founded in 2007, he challenges the established norms in Canadian Theatre, reinventing process, content and form.

Gaétan Paré, the founder of Théâtre de la Pacotille, is very involved in the Montreal theatre community. He sees theatre as a tool for questioning, understanding and communicating a vision of the world. His practice is characterized by his interest in powerful contemporary writing from Canada and the international scene.

“What Christopher Morris and Gaétan Paré are bringing to Canadians is on the cutting edge of new creation,” said Robert Sirman, Director and CEO of the Canada Council for the Arts. “These young and dynamic directors are profoundly engaged in theatre in Canada – fitting choices for an award bearing the name of John Hirsch.”

Download images of the winners.

Read the complete news release here or by copying and pasting the following URL into your web browser’s address bar: www.canadacouncil.ca/news/releases/2011/fq129724319734983234.htm

Call for Submissions: OA Leadership Intensive, Opera.ca

Opera.ca Invests in Leadership Development Initiative with OPERA America New Funding and Deadlines for Canadian Applicants to OA Leadership Intensive
Apply Now!

Opera.ca is pleased to announce new funding that will allow the participation of two Canadians in the OPERA America Leadership Intensive sponsored by American Express. OPERA America is firmly committed to developing leaders who will advance the creation, presentation and enjoyment of opera for years to come. Following our strategic plan to deepen and leverage our unique relationship with OPERA America, Opera.ca has secured a place and funding for two Canadians in the Leadership Intensive, furthering the development of future leaders for the opera sector in Canada.

The goal of the Leadership Intensive is to identify the most promising emerging leaders in the field of opera administration and provide them with the skills and contacts needed to advance to an executive level position. It includes three primary elements:

Opera Conference 2012
Complimentary registration, and travel and lodging subsidy to attend the premier gathering of industry professionals in Philadelphia, June 13-16, 2012. A full-day leadership seminar and morning breakfast presentations/discussions each day of the conference are also included. Topics to be addressed will include marketing, development, communications and strategic planning.

Summer Session
Complimentary registration, and travel and lodging subsidy to attend a week-long leadership development workshop in New York, July 23-27, 2012. The Summer Session will focus on personal leadership development and build on the content of the Annual Conference.

Networking
Access to established and emerging leaders at opera companies across the country, and the opportunity to establish a network of personal and professional contacts in the field of opera administration.

Program Dates

  • June 13-16, 2012: Philadelphia, PA
  • July 23-27, 2012: New York, NY

Competition and Application Process for Canadians
Support from Opera.ca will cover the program fees in full for two Canadians. As well, Opera.ca will provide 50% of eligible travel costs to a maximum of $1,500. To apply, applicants must send a cover letter, resume and completed application form to Christina Loewen. The application form is available for download on the Opera.ca website: click here. Completed applications must be received by February 29th, 2012. Preference will be given to applicants who have demonstrated their dedication to a career in opera or arts administration (a minimum three years of professional experience), with an undergraduate degree in music, theatre or a related field, or a Master’s degree in arts administration.

Job Posting: Production Manager, 4th Line Theatre

4th Line Theatre, an outdoor theatre company located in Millbrook, Ont., is currently looking for a Production Manager for the 2012 summer season.

Start date:  Monday May 14, 2012
End date:  Friday September 8, 2012 (17 weeks)

Responsibilities of this position will include:

  • Answering to the Artistic Director and Artistic Producer is responsible for all aspects of the summer productions.
  • Pricing, budgeting and modifying all production components
  • Supervising and assisting in the construction and installation of all sets and props
  • Overseeing all production staff and acting as a liaison between the director and production crew
  • Maintaining the overall production budget and ensuring all departments stay within the budget
  • Supervising all facility renovations and equipping of theatre
  • Arranging for delivery of all production elements
  • Organizing/chairing weekly production meetings
  • Assisting with all weather related issues

Skill Requirements:

  • The ideal candidate possesses superior carpentry skills and has extensive knowledge of theatre technical equipment.
  • He/she is highly organized and has strong leadership skills and previous supervisory skills.
    • He/she has extensive sewing experience and is able to work well under pressure.
    • Creative problem solving ability.
    • A valid Ontario Driver’s License and clean driving abstract are required.
    • A car is a must.
    • Must enjoy working outdoors.
  • The successful candidate will be creative, curious and passionate about theatre and have the ability to work in a team environment.

Employer Information:

4th Line Theatre is an award-winning outdoor theatre company that presents regionally-based, environmentally-staged, historical dramas.  Our performance venue is located on the Winslow farm, just outside of Millbrook, Ontario.  To find out more about 4th Line Theatre and the upcoming summer season, please visit our website www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca

Please send a resume and covering letter by February 10, 2012 to:

Artistic Administrator
c/o 4th Line Theatre
P.O. Box 403
Millbrook, ON  L0A 1G0
submissions@4thlinetheatre.on.ca
705.932.4448
705.932.3347 fx

If applying by email, please note the position title in the subject line of your email.

Call for Submissions: 2012–13 EnAbling Change Program, Accessibility Directorate of Ontario

We are pleased to launch the 2012–13 EnAbling Change Program. We are looking for non-profit organizations that want to be leaders in accessibility.

The EnAbling Change Program is an initiative of the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario (ADO) that provides financial support and expertise to organizations to educate an industry or sector across the province on its obligations under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

The program funds large-scale projects that have an impact across the province. Occasionally, the program funds projects that meet additional goals such as developing innovative approaches to increasing accessibility that directly or indirectly supports compliance with the AODA or awareness raising projects that focus on Ontario’s children and youth.

We ask that you submit your project idea by completing the Expression of Interest provided on our website at:

The deadline to submit your Expression of Interest is Friday, February 17, 2012.
About the Enabling Change Program

Eligibility
Applicants may partner with other organizations to deliver the project goals. Applicants must be incorporated non-profits that:

  • represent an industry or sector and/or
  • have the ability to reach and influence an industry or sector across the province

The Accessibility Directorate of Ontario (ADO) will only fund projects that meet specific criteria and deliver on set priorities. This program DOES NOT provide funding for building renovations such as ramps lifts or elevators.

Goals of the 2012–13 Program
The government is developing a variety of tools and resources to support compliance with the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR).

The government requires an applicant or applicants with the capacity to develop and outreach and communications strategy to educate, customize and distribute resources to one or more specific sectors:

  • retail sector
  • tourism and/or hospitality sector
  • non-profit sector
  • healthcare sector
  • broader public sector (municipalities, schools, universities, colleges, hospitals)

For example, this could take the form of a province–wide series of in-person workshops, online webcasts or leveraging sector-specific publications.

The government has developed a variety of tools and resources to support compliance with the customer service standard. It requires an applicant or applicants with the capacity to develop an outreach & communications strategy to educate, customize and distribute resources to one or more of the following sectors:

  • retail sector
  • tourism and/or hospitality sector
  • non-profit sector
  • healthcare sector

Incubator Project – development of creative products that address barriers to accessibility and directly or indirectly support compliance with the AODA accessibility standards.

Focus on children and youth –awareness raising projects that cultivate change among young people by increasing awareness of accessibility issues, barriers and accessibility legislation.

More Information and How to Apply
For complete details about the program and the application process, please visit our website at:

If you have any additional questions, please contact us at:

  • Phone: 1-866-515-2025
  • TTY: 416-325-5408
  • TTY Toll free: 1-800-268-7095
  • Fax: 416-325-3407
  • Email: enablingchange@ontario.ca

Job Posting: Administration and Development Coordinator, The Glenn Gould Foundation

The Glenn Gould Foundation Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted: 26 January 2012

The mission of The Glenn Gould Foundation is to honour Glenn Gould’s spirit and legacy by celebrating brilliance, promoting creativity and transforming lives through the power of music and the arts with the Foundation’s signature activities, including The Glenn Gould Prize.

The Glenn Gould Prize is awarded to an individual for a unique lifetime contribution that has enriched the human condition through the arts. The Glenn Gould Prize promotes the vital connection between artistic excellence and the transformation of lives.

For more information, visit our web site: www.glenngould.ca

The Glenn Gould Foundation is looking for a temporary full‐time Administration and Development Coordinator.
Start date: Thursday, March 1st, 2012
Duration: 7 months, with possible extension.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Time of engagement will include peak periods of event production and may require extended working hours during evenings and week‐ends.

Responsibilities
The Administration and Development Coordinator is responsible for the management of our small creative office as well as for assisting the Executive Director in implementing development/fundraising activities and assisting the Director of Operations in event preparation.

  • General administrative tasks,
  • Arrange Board and Committee meetings,
  • Provide support with financial administration,
  • Prepare sponsorship & fundraising materials,
  • Support cultivation and stewardship of donors,
  • Research and maintain data in confidence,
  • Assist Executive Director with other fundraising duties as required,
  • Assist team with other administrative, fundraising & event organization duties as required.

Requirements
This position is suited for a highly‐motivated individual with a minimum of 3 years experience, ideally in the non‐profit/arts sector and preferably with office management, fundraising, governance and Board administration experience.

Qualifications:

  • Superior customer service skills,
  • Meticulous attention to detail and well organized,
  • Ability to work independently in a fast‐paced environment,
  • Excellent verbal and written communication,
  • Excellent people skills, dependable with stakeholders,
  • Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office in a Mac‐based office,
  • Demonstrated use of database systems
  • Familiarity with governance and Board administration,
  • Flexible, capable of multi‐tasking.

How to submit
Application deadline: Monday, February 6, 2012 by 5pm.

Please submit a brief cover letter and resume with phone numbers of 3 references
BY EMAIL ONLY addressed to Brian Levine, Executive Director, with Administration and Development Coordinator followed by your name in the subject line.

Email: info@glenngould.ca
No telephone or walk‐in inquiries please. All applications are confidential.